Roke Telkom has officially launched its Roke@20 celebrations, marking two decades of innovation, resilience, and contribution to Uganda's telecommunications and ICT sector. The launch was held at Roke House in Bugolobi, Kampala, and was attended by industry stakeholders, partners, and customers. Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) chief Nyombi Thembo graced the event. Roke Telkom was founded by Ugandans with a vision to make internet access available to underserved communities, businesses, and locations.
Over the past 20 years, Roke Telkom has evolved from an internet connectivity provider into a comprehensive ICT solutions company. The company's Chief Executive Officer, Peter Muhumuza, said the anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate the company's journey while reaffirming its commitment to Uganda's digital development. Muhumuza noted that Roke Telkom started with a simple ambition to make internet access more accessible to Ugandans and has grown beyond connectivity into a company providing ICT solutions.
Roke Telkom has invested in infrastructure, built strategic partnerships, and continuously adapted to changes in technology and customer expectations. Its evolution reflects the growing demand for reliable connectivity and integrated technology solutions across different sectors. The company's growth is a testament to its resilience, investment, and continuous innovation.
Nyombi Thembo commended Roke Telkom for its contribution to Uganda's telecommunications and ICT landscape. He noted that homegrown companies like Roke Telkom play an important role in expanding connectivity, supporting businesses, and contributing to the development of Uganda's digital ecosystem. Thembo emphasized the need for continued investment, innovation, and collaboration to ensure that technology creates opportunities for more Ugandans.
As a proudly Ugandan company, Roke Telkom takes pride in its role in supporting the country's digital development and contributing to an increasingly connected economy. The Roke@20 celebrations will provide an opportunity to reflect on the company's milestones, recognize customers, employees, and partners who have shaped its journey, and highlight its ambitions for the future.
Roke Telkom's growth and evolution have been shaped by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company has continuously adapted to changes in technology and customer expectations, investing in infrastructure and building strategic partnerships. This has enabled Roke Telkom to provide reliable connectivity and integrated technology solutions to businesses and organizations across different sectors.
As Roke Telkom enters its next chapter, the company remains focused on strengthening its capabilities, embracing emerging technologies, and delivering solutions that enable businesses and organizations to thrive in an increasingly digital world. The company's 20-year journey is a testament to its resilience and commitment to Uganda's digital development, and its future ambitions are expected to contribute to the country's continued growth and development.
Key points
- Roke Telkom has evolved from an internet connectivity provider into a comprehensive ICT solutions company over the past 20 years.
- The company's growth reflects the growing demand for reliable connectivity and integrated technology solutions across different sectors.
- Roke Telkom remains focused on strengthening its capabilities, embracing emerging technologies, and delivering solutions that enable businesses and organizations to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
